Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: Learning Support AssistantLocation: Primary Schools across South ManchesterContract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Temporary / Permanent

About the Role: We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work across primary schools in South Manchester. The successful candidates will play a key role in supporting the educational and social development of students with diverse learning needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and want to make a real difference in the lives of young learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with varying learning needs, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Assist the classroom teacher in delivering tailored lessons and activities that cater to individual student needs.
• Help students develop essential skills in literacy, numeracy, and other curriculum areas.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported.
• Support with behaviour management and encourage positive social interactions among students.
• Record and report on student progress and contribute to regular assessments.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure students receive the best possible support.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience working with children, ideally within an educational or support role (either paid or voluntary).
• A passion for working with young learners and a commitment to helping them achieve their potential.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A willingness to undergo relevant training and development opportunities.
• A DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience supporting children with SEND or other specific learning needs.
• Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or similar.

Why choose Cover People? 

Our consultants are dedicated and friendly, and they are always happy to help. We take pride in the little things that matter most to you. We also offer:

• Excellent pay rates.
• A ‘Refer a Friend Scheme’ with the opportunity to earn up to £100 per referral
• On-going support from both the school and your Consultant.
• Free CPD training; Safeguarding, Behaviour Management.

How to Apply: To apply click ‘apply’ if this sounds like the right role for you, then we would like to hear from you.

All candidates are subject to standard safeguarding and employment checks including an online interview and DBS checks.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of the school for this vacancy.